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… Your second trimester Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview From physical changes to getting the chance to see your baby for the first time - here's an overview of what to expect during the second trimester of your pregnancy. Your second trimester lasts from week 15 to …
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… Your health this summer Last updated July 5, 2024 Download … If you are spending more time outdoors, you may increase your risk of getting injured from insect bites or extreme … summer months, read the information below on taking care of yourself and your family. Featured topics Food safety The …
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… purplish, reddish, dark, or whitish streaks, depending on your skin colour. Stretch marks are most common on the … not cause problems for your baby. But it can be very itchy. Controlling the itching is the main focus of treatment. … not cause problems for your baby. But it can be very itchy. Controlling the itching is the main focus of treatment. …
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… Your third trimester Last updated December 5, 2024 Overview … Learn what to expect in the third, and final, trimester of your pregnancy. Your third trimester lasts from week 28 until the birth of …
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… Wildfires and your health Last updated July 12, 2024 Download PDF: … wildfires (also called forest fires). Wildfires can affect your health and safety in many ways. The smoke from … can affect the quality of the air, a power outage may spoil your food or you may have to evacuate if a wildfire is close …
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… Your health this winter Last updated December 12, 2024 … On this page: Introduction Be prepared Featured topics Your health authority Introduction With cooler temperatures, … If warming centres are not listed on the map in your area, contact your band office or local government, or …
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… PTSD and Your Family On this page: Overview … stress disorder (PTSD) can be a challenge for you and your family. Your family may find it hard to accept some of the changes …
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… Alcohol and Your Health On this page: Topic … to try to make yourself feel better. You have problems controlling how much you drink, or you had alcohol problems … to try to make yourself feel better. You have problems controlling how much you drink, or you had alcohol problems …
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… Fibre and Your Health Last updated March 1, 2021 HealthLink BC File … Why is fibre important? Eating high-fibre foods can lower your risk of type 2 diabetes, heart disease, and colon cancer. Insoluble fibre can help keep your gut healthy and prevent constipation. Soluble fibre can …
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… Staying with your baby Last updated August 9, 2013 Download PDF: Document … as soon as possible. Here are some tips for ensuring your baby's first feeding is uninterrupted: Don't be too eager to know your baby's birth weight. He may breastfeed better if you …
